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Occupational therapy plays an integral role in our rehabilitation department at DCHS. Occupational therapy helps people of all ages participate in the daily activities that they want and need to do in order to function in all of their environments. Occupational therapy interventions focus on recovering from an injury or illness to regain function through restoring deficits, retraining and/or adaptations.

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The diverse staff of Occupational Therapists at Dickinson County Healthcare System is trained to assist you in maximizing function and independence. Each Occupational Therapist specializes in a specific area of rehabilitation while cross training provides a comprehensive team approach. We work closely with local and regional physicians to provide quality therapy for you close to home. We have extensive experience working with neurological and orthopedic patients of all ages:​

Arthritis

Brain Injury

Hand Injuries and Post Surgical Therapy including custom splinting.

Neurologic injuries and disease

Neuro-rehabilitation

Pediatrics

Sports Injures

Stroke and brain injury

Tendonitis

Work Related Injuries and non work related Injuries.

We are committed to working with you to meet your desired outcome. We utilize evidenced based therapy techniques and up to date modalities and technology. All therapists are licensed in the states of Michigan and Wisconsin and complete continuing education in order to maintain high quality standards.

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JAMIE PATERNOSTER, OTR

“I was drawn to the field of occupational therapy because I enjoy working with people and after graduation I was fortunate to have the opportunity to work in the community where I grew up. At DCHS, I am privileged to provide care to a variety of patients from pediatrics to geriatrics with the goal of improving daily life after an injury, illness or disability.”

Professional Education

Western Michigan University 2001- Bachelors of Science in Occupational Therapy

Special Interest/Training:Pediatrics, Geriatrics, Oncology Rehab Neuro Rehab and Home Health

MONICA GOODREAU, OTR, CHT

"Hand Therapy is the art and science of rehabilitation of the upper limb, including the hand, wrist, elbow and shoulder girdle. It merges occupational and physical therapy theory and practice to treat individuals with injuries and / or post surgical procedures. The surgeries are often complicated and delicate. The technical complexity of these kinds of surgeries necessitates a high level of competence by the therapists with advanced skills in upper quarter rehabilitation and an understanding of the surgical procedure. The Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) must also remain current with changes in hand therapy practice. "

“I was grateful to receive the opportunity to return to my hometown after graduation and provide care to people in our community. I chose to pursue occupational therapy, because I truly enjoy working with both adults and children to increase function and independence in things they do every day. ” ​​​​